Incidents Around the House: A Novel By Josh Malerman

"Incidents Around the House," a chilling horror novel by the New York Times bestselling author of Bird Box, delves into the terrifying experiences of eight-year-old Bela and her family. To Bela, her world consists of Mommy, Daddo, Grandma Ruth, and the malevolent entity she calls Other Mommy. This sinister presence relentlessly asks Bela, "Can I go inside your heart?"

As terrifying incidents escalate around the house, Bela realizes that Other Mommy's patience is wearing thin. Unless she consents, her family faces dire consequences. Other Mommy grows stronger and more determined, unsettling the fragile bonds within Bela's family. Despite her parents' strained marriage and growing discord, Bela clings to the hope that familial love can shield her from the entity's wrath.

"Incidents Around the House" explores themes of fear, family dynamics, and the supernatural with gripping intensity. The novel promises a harrowing journey through the eyes of a vulnerable child confronting forces beyond comprehension. Readers will be drawn into a narrative that blends psychological tension with paranormal horror, where the line between reality and nightmare blurs inexorably.

With echoes of classic horror and a narrative voice that grips from the first page, this novel is poised to haunt readers long after they turn the final page. It's a testament to the author's skill in crafting atmospheric terror and exploring the depths of childhood fears and family bonds in the face of unrelenting malevolence. 📚❤️